She Outshines Them All (Athena and Matthew) novel Chapter 404

Chapter 404 

Athena thought so, but she bet that Anabel would not. 

If Anabel was so impatient, she would not even be qualified to participate in this game. 

As she expected, Anabel’s stiffness and murderous aura only lasted for three to four seconds. Then, she smiled and stood to greet Matthew. “Matthew, long time no see. I’m very happy to see you.” 

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“Long time no see,” Matthew greeted her with a polite nod and introduced Jaylin with a composed demeanor. “This is my girlfriend, Jaylin. She’s now in her fifth month of pregnancy. There may be some discomforts tonight; please be patient with her.” 

Anabel responded with a warm smile. “Not at all. With you by her side, I’m sure Miss Acevedo will be well looked after.” 

Matthew led Jaylin forward, wishing Neil a happy birthday, and then greeted Derrick. 

Jaylin was very respectful and greeted the two elders. 

Neil and Derrick were indeed seasoned big shots, having navigated the business world and the political arena for over half a century. Faced with Matthew’s arrival with Jaylin, neither displayed any signs of displeasure or discontent. Instead, they offered warm smiles and greeted Matthew cordially. 

With their status and identity, there was no need for them to look at Jaylin. 

Neil gave Jaylin a faint smile. “Since you’re here, have fun and take care of yourself.” 

Jaylin thanked him again. 

Derrick nodded slightly at Jaylin and did not say anything else. 

Neil said, “Matthew, Derrick hasn’t seen you in a long time. He misses you very much. Come and talk to Derrick.” 

Matthew smiled and said, “Alright, I miss Derrick too.” 

At this moment, a maid walked over and led Jaylin to her seat. They made their way to the area designated for ordinary guests, where Jaylin found herself surrounded by the wealthy and the famous, including well–known celebrities and artists. 

On such an occasion, the affluent ladies and celebrities present were unlikely to cause a scene with Jaylin, so they opted to overlook her presence. They engaged in conversations and posed for photos in small groups, but none addressed Jaylin directly. 

Jaylin didn’t mind. She either drank coffee snacks or played with her phone leisurely. 

There was no need to elaborate on the grandeur of this birthday party–its scale, style, and execution were beyond the imagination of the average person. 

About ten minutes later, the party began. 

Delicacies were served in an endless procession. Athena, observing the dishes, was convinced of their exquisite taste. Overcome by hunger, she went to the large kitchen to fetch French fries and crisps, snacking on them as she continued to watch the show. 

At the beginning of the party, it was quite normal. 

Matthew, Anabel, Neil, and Derrick were seated at the main table, with Matthew and Anabel sitting together. Among the dozen or so prominent figures at the main table, they were the only two young juniors. 

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Chapter 404 

When everyone saw this seeue, they knew that the two families were indeed trying to matchmake them. 

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Halfway through the party, everyone was almost done eating. They stood up one after another and queued up to toast Neil, followed by Derrick, and then the other big shots. 

Those who had gone to the main table to toast or were not qualified to toast these big shots also left their seats and used this opportunity to make connections. 

Everyone ignored Jaylin. 

Jaylin didn’t care. She stood up and carried a drink out of the living room and into the back garden. She looked around curiously. 

Some young men and women were strolling and chatting in the back garden, but when they saw her coming, they avoided her. Even the security guards did not approach her. 

Soon, the place Jaylin passed by was empty. She still didn’t care as she sat on the swing and swung slowly. 

At this moment, Anabel appeared with her assistant. 

She walked up to Jaylin. “In ten minutes, my grandfather and Neil will announce my marriage to Matthew in public. The wedding will be held as soon as October.” 

Jaylin smiled. “Matthew told me that he won’t marry you.” 

Anabel spoke with a nonchalant air, “Neil just informed Matthew that if he marries me and we have a child, Neil will transfer half of his shares to him. That would make him the largest shareholder of the Graham Group, truly cementing his position as the top stakeholder. 

Do you 

think he can turn down such an offer? 

Moreover, if he does refuse, the board will not only strip him of his CEO title but also demote him and possibly reassign him to a subsidiary. Do you believe he can bear such repercussions? Would you want him to face such an outcome?” 

Jaylin thought for a moment. “I don’t understand what you’re saying, and I don’t care. I just want to be with Matthew. It doesn’t matter what he becomes.” 

“It doesn’t matter what he becomes?” Anabel looked incredulous. “You actually don’t think about his career and future? With 

your limited knowledge, you want to be with Matthew for a lon 

She looked Jaylin up and down. “I’m getting more and more suspicious of Matthew’s taste. What exactly is it about you that attracts him?” 

Jaylin stomped on the ground with her feet and swung back on the swing. She swung past Anabel and back again. Her voice was filled with mockery. “I guess he has had enough of women like you. That’s why he fell in love with someone like me, who is the complete opposite of you. Also, I don’t care if I can marry Matthew. I just want his love. Now, I’m pregnant with Matthew’s son. Even if he doesn’t like me as much in the future, he definitely won’t abandon us. He and Lwill always be family.” 

Jaylin kept swinging around Anabel. Her boastful voice and rich fragrance stimulated Anabel.